Saint Prior, Hermit of Nitria
A disciple of Saint Anthony in the 4th century, Prior lived as a hermit in the Nitrian Desert in Egypt. Known for his radical humility and d…
Iconographic attribute
basket of sand in front of him
1 saint
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are depicted with basket of sand in front of him?
Saints depicted with basket of sand in front of him: Saint Prior, Hermit of Nitria.